Tom Crean loves himself some press conference lateness. Almost as much as Tom Crean loves himself some nervously pacing around and excitingly clapping. The Indiana Hoosiers Coach has drawn the ire of both local and national media ever since he kept reporters waiting until nearly 2 a.m. last year, in order to have his players cut down the nets in Assembly Hall. Of course, … [Read more...] about Tom Crean late for Big 10 Media Day; Twitter lets him have it
Archives for October 2013
Michigan State Spartans #2 in AP Poll, best team in Big Ten
The Michigan State Spartans are the #2 team in the Associated Press poll; released today. They were also chosen the unanimous Big Ten favorite heading into the 2013-14 college basketball season. MSU is also #2 in The Sports Bank's 111 in 111 conducted by David Kmiecik (that's forthcoming) Michigan State Spartans sophomore Gary Harris was named Preseason Player of the Year. … [Read more...] about Michigan State Spartans #2 in AP Poll, best team in Big Ten
Frank Yallop is the new Chicago Fire coach
The Chicago Fire announced that Frank Yallop has replaced Frank Klopas as the new head coach. The MLS franchise announced that Frank Yallop will also be the new director of soccer. The Watford, England native and former Canadian international defender has won two MLS Cup Championships as a coach, and has twice been named MLS Coach of the Year. … [Read more...] about Frank Yallop is the new Chicago Fire coach
David Beckham wants Sir Alex Ferguson to manage his Miami MLS team
It was revealed yesterday that David Beckham, the former England captain and Manchester United star, picked Miami as the location for his new MLS franchise. He also recently revealed that he wants Sir Alex Ferguson to manage his new MLS team. It's been an interesting few weeks for Becks, who also gave a vote of confidence to embattled United Manager David Moyes. … [Read more...] about David Beckham wants Sir Alex Ferguson to manage his Miami MLS team
St. Louis Cardinals finish season with a thud
The 2013 season for the St. Louis Cardinals ended with disappointment after the Boston Red Sox hit their way to a third championship in ten seasons. The Cards finished with the best record in the National League and topped baseball darling Yasiel Puig and the upstart Pittsburgh Pirates before being dismantled by the American League's best. … [Read more...] about St. Louis Cardinals finish season with a thud
Fantasy Sports Games: When Betting Gets Virtual
Most of us know about traditional sports betting. You predict the outcome of a sporting event and place a wager on that outcome happening with a bookmaker, often times online. In most U.S. states this practice is illegal but elsewhere in the world, especially Europe, sports betting is allowed and regulated. Most of us, too, will be familiar with fantasy sports leagues where … [Read more...] about Fantasy Sports Games: When Betting Gets Virtual
Offseason considerations for the New York Mets
As baseball heads into the postseason, the New York Mets are faced with an offseason of intense decision-making. During the break, there are plenty of problems that need to be addressed but fortunately, this time, there’s plenty of money available to transform the squad. Plenty of positions need firming up: the outfield is lacking a real big hitter; General Manager Sandy … [Read more...] about Offseason considerations for the New York Mets
#14 Memphis Tigers: College Basketball 111 in 111
Welcome to The Sports Bank’s fourth annual college basketball season preview series where we break 111 teams in the 111 days leading up to the opening tip-off of the 2013-2014 season. We will rank the 84 power conference teams (including the new Big East and American Athletic Conferences) and top 27 mid-majors in reverse power ranking order. We’ll break down rosters, … [Read more...] about #14 Memphis Tigers: College Basketball 111 in 111